Security & Safety
Former Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari Passes Away at 82
Nigeria’s former President Muhammadu Buhari has died at the age of 82 in a London clinic. His family announced his passing in a statement signed by his spokesman, Garba Shehu, on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
The family of the former president has announced the passing on of the former president, Muhammadu Buhari, GCFR, this afternoon in a clinic in London. May Allah accept him in Aljannatul Firdaus, Amin, the statement read.
Buhari served as Nigeria’s President from 2015 to 2023 and previously as military Head of State from 1983 to 1985. He had been receiving treatment in London since April 2025, initially for a medical check-up, but fell ill soon after arriving and remained hospitalized.
Buhari’s presidency was marked by a tough stance on corruption, efforts to stabilize Nigeria’s economy, and initiatives to address insecurity. His leadership style drew both praise and criticism, with some questioning his frequent foreign medical trips and their implications for domestic healthcare infrastructure.
As news of Buhari’s passing spread, condolences flooded in from across Nigeria and the international community. The nation mourns the loss of a leader who played a significant role in shaping its history
- Funeral arrangements are expected to follow Islamic rites, though details have not yet been released by the family. Buhari’s death marks the end of an era, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come.